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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Oversized windows
  • Sleek, contemporary finishes
  • Modern, boutique-style living

Location

160 Middlesex St, Lowell, MA 01852, USA|Downtown Lowell
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Management

Nine Zero Two Development

Leasing office

(978) 330-7172

Property Overview

The Carter offers a strong blend of value, amenities, and convenience, with an 8.8 Zumper Expert Rating, top marks for price and amenities, and a highly favorable location score. It features oversized windows, sleek contemporary finishes, and modern boutique-style living, while also standing out for nearby public transit, walkability, green space, recycling options, and pet-friendly services.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Carter is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Carter has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

0/1Studio1 bath399 sqft$1,695–$1,875 /mo
1/11 bed1 bath466 sqft$1,850–$1,950 /mo

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Amenities for The Carter

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
DryerHeating
Island KitchenView
Vinyl Flooring

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
Refrigerator

Tech

CableClimate Control
High-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
Onsite LaundrySmoke-free
Wheelchair Accessible

Services

Availability 24 HoursBilingual
On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Recycling
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1
Breed restrictionsYes

One pet per unit. Maximum weight of 25LB.

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units24
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About The Carter

HomeApartments in LowellDowntown Lowell The Carter

Located in the heart of Lowell, The Carter Apartments offer modern, boutique-style living just minutes from downtown. With convenient access to I-495, Route 3, the Lowell Connector, and the Commuter Rail, commuting is effortless whether you're heading to Boston, southern New Hampshire, or anywhere in between. Perfectly situated near UMass Lowell and the Tsongas Center, this vibrant community places you at the center of culture, education, and entertainment. Enjoy sleek, contemporary finishes, oversized windows, and the convenience of nearby shopping, dining, and public transportation. Whether you're a student, a commuter, or simply someone looking to enjoy everything Lowell has to offer, The Carter Apartments deliver the style, access, and ease you’ve been looking for.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, The Carter is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Carter has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Carter
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Carter offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Carter stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Carter is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Carter does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

The Carter is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 29 parks within a mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Carter compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Downtown Lowell

Studio apartments at The Carter cost about 5% more than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Lowell.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Downtown Lowell.

Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Downtown Lowell
Lowell
A table of studio rental data trends in Lowell
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,588
July 2024$1,670
August 2024$1,726
September 2024$1,703
October 2024$1,666
November 2024$1,599
December 2024$1,710
January 2025$1,604
February 2025$1,659
March 2025$1,669
April 2025$1,653
May 2025$1,677
June 2025$1,607
July 2025$1,702
August 2025$1,689
September 2025$1,709
October 2025$1,605
November 2025$1,594
December 2025$1,565
January 2026$1,606
February 2026$1,650
March 2026$1,550
April 2026$1,661
May 2026$1,679
June 2026$1,625
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Lowell
MonthMedian Rent
April 2026$1,633
May 2026$1,762
June 2026$1,695

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,695.
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Schools near The Carter

Moody Elementary School

158 rogers st

lowell, MA, 1852

PK, K-4Public
C

Cardinal O'Connell Early Learning Center

21 carter st

lowell, MA, 1852

PKPublic

Greenhalge Elementary School

149 ennell st

lowell, MA, 1850

PK, K-4Public
C

Laura Lee Therapeutic Day School

235 powell st

lowell, MA, 1851

3-8Public

John J. Shaughnessy Elementary School

1158 gorham st

lowell, MA, 1852

PK, K-4Public
C+
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Getting around Lowell near 160 Middlesex St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 160 Middlesex St, Lowell

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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